News & Commentary about Civil Liberties

The ACLU works in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.

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Sep 16, 2026

ACLU Back-To-School Bookshelf 2026: Artists, Authors, and Creators Share Their Favorite Reads About Civil Liberties

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Jul 2, 2026

The Declaration of Independence Details “Repeated Injuries” Inflicted by British Monarchy, Trump Has Executed a Similar Playbook

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Jul 1, 2026

250th Anniversary Marks Moment of Both Commemoration and Reckoning

Mar 5, 2026

Your Questions Answered: Can Congress Stop President Trump's Illegal War Against Iran?

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Jan 20, 2026

One Year In: Defending the Constitution Under a Second Trump Administration

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Jan 16, 2026

Trump’s Threat to Invoke the Insurrection Act, Explained

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Dec 18, 2025

Trump, Immigration, Trans Rights: The Stories That Shaped 2025

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Dec 15, 2025

How to Navigate Politically-Charged Conversations This Holiday Season

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Dec 15, 2025

The ACLU's Holiday Conversation Guide

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Dec 9, 2025

Through the Lens of Liberty: The ACLU’s Year in Photos